Patricia Alberini graduated from the University of Trieste obtaining her MA in Foreign Languages and Literature (English Language).Before joining the SMSI she had taught young learners and adult groups in private foreign language schools, alongside teaching in two Croatian grammar schools. Patricia lays great emphasis on conversational discussions in class as well as on literature. She is particularly fond of her English Drama Group Liceo State of Mind, an alternative way of expression for her students. Keen on building a more active social engagement Patricia is also coordinator of the school’s Volunteering Club, which is active in many fields all year round. She occasionally works as court interpreter and translator. In her free time she enjoys swimming, sailing and reading.